"Rather than calling it a Shadow Space, it’s better described as a special state between the material and thought realms, even more troublesome than the Netherworld. That’s precisely why they could evade monitoring and break in."
Feng Yuan glanced around and explained that he only realized the uniqueness of this area after arriving here. Of course, it’s not a major problem inherently, but its peculiar nature has led to the current situation.
Normally, spaces are either inclined towards the Material Realm or the Elemental Realm. The former is the real world, while the latter hosts special areas like the Netherworld where Spiritual Bodies reside. Yet, the thought realm is another unique state.
Illusory, but different from the Elemental Realm. Here, ordinary elemental forces are repelled, while thought power is amplified. In fact, if the rules are special, thoughts can manifest, causing the entire thought realm to change with the influence of those who possess thoughts.
This special space is beyond the influence of current human technology. That’s why they couldn’t detect the paths of these invaders. Because here, seeing those special Spirit Beasts, they finally understand how those creatures suddenly appeared within the boundaries of Maomu City’s downtown.
"Attention, those creatures are here! Do not use ultimate moves that require external projection! Be cautious about using creation-type ultimate moves!"
Upon noticing Spirit Beasts emerging from the shadows, Feng Yuan shouted, his hand flashing with the black light of the Black Scythe. Unlike conventional weapons, Feng Yuan’s Black Scythe itself has special attributes, thus remains unaffected in the thought realm.
War Qi Chen grabbed the battle staff, saying
"Should we go all out?"
"They can’t be killed. Use as much force as you can; they’re not so easily eradicated."
Feng Yuan said as he charged forward with the scythe. The black blade shadow slashed through, instantly killing the Spirit Beast pouncing on Feng Yuan without waiting for the black glass shards to touch the ground. Feng Yuan swung the scythe again, slicing through the Spirit Beast that followed.
War Qi Chen was slightly slower to react but quickly joined the fray. However, unlike Feng Yuan, his swinging of the battle staff couldn’t achieve instant kills.
"Beast Tamer’s power is ineffective?!"
Noticing the unusual feel, War Qi Chen stomped hard, rapidly retreating, while Feng Yuan hurriedly moved forward to eliminate the pursuing Spirit Beast with the Black Scythe.
"Exactly, elemental-type techniques are nearly unusable here unless the entity is inherently special."
Feng Yuan said, glancing at Veronia sitting on the Rainbow Bubbles. Although, as a Divine Beast, she was also repelled by this space, unlike War Qi Chen and others, Veronia could use ultimate moves to a certain extent; though, their power would be significantly diminished.
"Hmm, even the Crystal Luminance Stone is affected."
With a casual gesture, the Crystal Luminance Stone Torrent did not appear. Originally, it could be massively produced with ease, but now only a few fist-sized stones spun around Veronia.
"Since it’s called a thought realm, then is it..."
Dou Yanlan considered a possibility, her eyes turned, attempting a trial while Feng Yuan stood at the forefront. Spirit Beasts poured in endlessly, and Feng Yuan was unsure how long he could hold off these creatures.
"Let me try!"
Dou Yanlan suddenly shouted, grasping the handle of the Inflatable Hammer with both hands, rushing at the incoming Spirit Beast. Unexpectedly, the struck Spirit Beast flew backward as if hit by a high-speed train, a bizarre scene.
"Indeed, physical and thought, Beast Tamer’s energy can change forms at will according to our thoughts, even achieving effects nearly impossible in reality."
"Mental creation? This is something I can’t manage."
Feng Yuan glanced at Dou Yanlan with the Inflatable Hammer, acknowledging it. This method is, instead, the primary combat strategy here.
However, it requires substantial control over one’s thoughts. If you inadvertently think of something else during the process, like associating the Inflatable Hammer with some strange attribute, that change will inevitably synchronize.
This is why Feng Yuan is reluctant to mention this, as controlling thoughts isn’t easy, especially during battles.
"Using Beast Tamer’s energy as the guide, fantasized creations?"
War Qi Chen understood something, causing his battle staff to change. With a sudden pull, the staff extended like Sun Wukong’s Golden Cudgel, sweeping away incoming Spirit Beasts.
"Why does powerful smashing turn into powerful sweeping?"
Seeing the result, War Qi Chen wasn’t admiring but rather skeptically looked at the now rope-like flexible battle staff. He should not have had strange thoughts, so why was the result unsatisfactory?
"This thing needs to follow certain principles. Not saying these special creatures are projections of our thoughts, even if they aren’t, the power you’re using can’t reach that level."
Feng Yuan glanced at War Qi Chen, casually saying that although this space was special, it still adhered to certain rules. At the very least, to create invincible weapons requires enormous energy.
"Hmm, then let me give it a try."
Veronia got interested, waving her hand, massive energy surged forth, forming a golden Crystal Rose sea. Though there was no direct collision, all Spirit Beasts nearing the golden Crystal Rose were instantly annihilated.
"So that’s how it is, aye!"
Feeling proud, Veronia lost focus, suddenly causing the golden Crystal Rose to transform into a smiling golden bomb. Feng Yuan’s face changed, waving his hand, the Ancient Black Book emanated golden text, enveloping everyone in a powerful protective aura.
The terrifying explosion shook the space; once it subsided, Feng Yuan looked at the chaotic area speechless, turning to Veronia.
"I told you, this thing is very challenging to control."
"Hmph, but you see, the trouble is resolved."
Turning away, Veronia spoke stubbornly. Qi Chen immediately gave up his previous plan, as even with the barrier, the explosion left him astounded.
Had Feng Yuan not intervened promptly, trouble would have befallen them.
"Next time, don’t use such strong power. Once it’s out of control, it’s problematic."
Feng Yuan said irritably after glancing at Veronia, although the explosion was quite frightening, it yielded great results. At least, those bothersome Spirit Beasts were completely gone.
Not just the Spirit Beasts, but even the environment changed. If this were a Data Domain—a purely illusory space—it might have the ability to instantly restore itself.
However, this space lies between the thought realm and reality realm; thus, the damage caused is nearly irreparable.
"Let’s move on, if we don’t hurry, the opponent might erase all traces."
With a tap on the Ancient Black Book, a tiny blood-red bird flew out and hovered in front of Feng Yuan, fluttering its wings, seemingly wanting to say something to him.
"Follow it."
Surveying the group, Feng Yuan directly signaled the little bird to lead the way.
The explosion had a wide impact area; as they moved through, all they saw were flattened lands and fallen large trees, even buildings weren’t spared.
According to Feng Yuan’s estimate, the uncontrolled power just now was equivalent to Veronia’s full-strength strike. This space didn’t have special reinforcement for Divine Beasts, the fact it wasn’t blasted apart was due to its unique nature. Those buildings and plants showing this extent of damage was normal.
Perhaps coincidentally, in the blast zone, they didn’t notice anomalies until reaching the edges when it became evident the space wasn’t simple.
"What’s with these twisted buildings and plants? Could it be..."
Veronia looked at the structures twisted like braided strands. In the real world, such things would only have one outcome: collapse, as they fully defy conventional structures.
"Representations of negative consciousness, or perhaps this area is distorted, frenzied, manic. Wait, Qi Chen! You must not release spiritual power perception!"
Recalling something, Feng Yuan immediately warned, but Qi Chen had already withdrawn his spiritual power. Still, he felt very uncomfortable.
In this space, he felt a strong urge to recklessly destroy everywhere.
"This space can directly affect our consciousness!"
War Qi Chen likewise sensed something amiss. Veronia softly hummed; in the ethereal melody, their destructive urges were finally subdued.
"We haven’t even reached that zone, and it’s already like this. Do you intend to let them continue following?"
Veronia glanced at Feng Yuan, questioning. Not to mention Qi Chen, even War Qi Chen seemed unable to withstand the zone’s influence. They were at the explosion’s border, where the impact was minor. If they continued forward...
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